18 Wheeler or Semi-Truck Accident Injury Cases

Among the huge trucks on our highways in the Denver area, 18-wheelers are the largest and heaviest. Most drivers of these massive vehicles are responsible and well-trained. Even in the best of conditions with the finest drivers, situations can occur leading to serious accidents, such as icy roads or brake failure or other system failure leading to dangerous and deadly truck accidents. In other cases it is later determined that the truck driver was fatigued, negligent or failed to follow the guidelines and restrictions in operating these vehicles, endangering innocent individuals who are sharing the streets and highways. As these commercial trucks can weight in excess of 80,000 lbs when fully loaded, the danger to other drivers is extreme, and when motor vehicle accidents occur, the injuries sustained can be life-threatening or even result in fatal injuries to the innocent.

Injured in an 18-Wheeler Accident in Denver?

As the damages suffered by innocent victims in 18-wheeler accidents can be extremely severe, the lawsuit or claim filed to recover damages must be carefully prepared and filed. A Denver truck accident attorney from Anderson Hemmat provides the skilled personal injury legal representation that is so crucial in complex accident injury claims. Our commercial truck accident law team has powerful resources and experience to support the client in pursuing fair and full compensation for damages. Don't forget to watch this imformative video about preservation letters and commercial trucking accidents.

In many cases, the victim has suffered a catastrophic injury such as burns, disfiguring injuries, crushed or damaged limbs, traumatic brain injuries or spinal injuries. As such injuries will require many years of medical care and treatment, the compensatory damages sought will reflect not only the medical costs but the permanent changes that the victim will now be facing. Our legal team does not quickly accept low settlements; our cases are aggressively pursued with the client's best interests and future as our only concern.

18-wheeler trucks, also referred to as big rigs or semi-trucks, are implicated in hundreds of personal injury truck accidents every year. Because of the sheer size and weight of these commercial trucks, they aren't able to stop as fast as a car or even a smaller commercial delivery truck. And, when a truck accident with injury occurs, the damage and injuries can be substantial—if not fatal. It isn't surprising that 18-wheelers are implicated in numerous wrongful death and personal injury cases each year in Colorado.

What Causes 18-Wheeler Truck Accidents?

There are multiple reasons why an 18-wheeler can be in an accident resulting in injuries. While sometimes it is the fault of the driver, other times it is weather or even a negligent trucking company that causes the truck accident. Most commonly 18-wheelers are involved in accidents because of a fatigued or tired truck driving, distracted driving, speeding, defective truck equipment or improper truck maintenance. Product defects can also be to blame in a trucking accident, which then results in a liability case against the product manufacturer instead of the trucking company or driver.

18-Wheeler Regulations in Colorado

There are federal and state regulations that a commercial trucker must adhere to. In addition to the usual state licensing, inspection and registration, an 18-wheeler or semi-truck must also meet federal regulations. For example, drivers of 18-wheeler vehicles must meet DOT or Department of Transportation regulations—including training and criminal background checks. Also, there are regulations regarding how many hours a commercial truck operator can drive. Sometimes a trucking company may violate those requirements by forcing their drivers to stay on the road longer than legally acceptable, and this may result in a truck accident involving injuries.

Anderson Hemmat Personal Injury Law Firm Can Help

We use our knowledge of the trucking industry to help you win your personal injury 18-Wheeler accident lawsuit. We know that any type of accident causes a strain on you and your family. Also, we know that an accident involving an 18-wheeler can be utterly devastating. These vehicles are known to lose control and cause fatal injuries. In addition to the damage to your vehicle, you and any passengers involved could suffer from long-term effects. That is why our team of 18-wheeler accident attorneys goes to work helping you get compensation for:

Medical expenses (today and in the future)

Rehabilitation and associated expenses

Any lost wages from the truck accident

Compensation for physical and mental pains of the accident

Not all truck accident lawyers are the same. Because of the special regulations regarding 18-wheeler commercial trucks, you need an attorney that is experienced in handling these types of cases. At Anderson Hemmat we have extensive knowledge regarding the trucking industry, and we can help you carry out a successful 18-wheeler truck accident lawsuit.

It’s Time to Schedule Your Free Consultation Today

Don’t put off meeting with one of our experienced 18-wheeler truck accident attorneys. The longer you wait, the harder it might be to help you get ample personal injury compensation. Meet with an lawyer from Anderson Hemmat for a no obligation case evaluation today. We can tell you right away if we think you have a strong personal injury case and help you get started on the process.

Anderson Hemmat Personal Injury Case FAQ's

Typically, a personal injury accident case will go to trial when a settlement agreement cannot be reached outside of courts. If the defendant in the personal injury case is refusing to offer a settlement that accurately reflects the extent of damages, then a trial might be the only option to secure maximum financial compensation.

The best way to know whether or not you should accept a personal injury settlement is to consult with an accident lawyer you trust. Insurance companies try to get claimants to settle quickly before they know how much they actually could get for their accident. Consider having your personal injury case evaluated by a Denver accident attorney from our law firm.

Anderson Hemmat operates on a contingency fee basis. This is a "no recovery, no fee" guarantee which basically states that you do not owe us attorney fees until we obtain a verdict or settlement for you. To learn more about payment options, please call our experienced accident attorneys directly.

While it is not mandatory that you have legal representation for a personal injury case, it can be extremely beneficial. Many people are cut short of the financial compensation because they were not aware of how much they actually deserved for their extensive accident.

Many people do not go to the hospital after car accidents either
because they think they are not injured or they fear they will have to
pay out of pocket for the visit. Truthfully, many car accident injuries
can go undetected and may not begin to bother the victim until days or
even weeks after the accident. As a precaution, anyone involved in a
moderate to serious car accident should go to the hospital for a
physical evaluation. Most likely, this visit will be covered by
insurance. Just be sure to keep record of the visit and the payment for
the visit.

It can be difficult for a driver to know how much they're entitled to after a car accident.
Many drivers accept the insurance company's first settlement offer
because they trust that it's fair and will be enough to cover all
accident-related expenses. This is not always the case. We encourage
drivers to consult with a car accident attorney after a collision for a
second opinion on how much your claim is worth. More often than not,
insurance companies offer claimants far less than they actually deserve.

Colorado has comparative/contributory negligence laws. This means that
even drivers who are partially at fault for accidents can recover
compensation from insurance. However, this does not apply to drivers who
are more than 50 percent at fault for the collision. For example, if
the insurance adjusters decided that you were 20 percent at-fault and
the other driver was 80 percent at-fault, then you could collect up to
80 percent from the other driver's insurance.

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